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Business owners, artists, and locals came together at a Futbol for the Culture event at South Dallas bar Whiskeys this past Friday, December 5, to discuss how to make the most of FIFA and give visitors a more enhanced and inclusive preview of Dallas while they're here for the World Cup. Some locals expressed their thoughts on transportation, business development, and generating more foot traffic from Arlington toward the heart of Dallas and more specifically South Dallas. So

While we all love the twinkling lights and festive cheer, the thought of holiday spending (while we’re all keeping an eye on our budgets) can feel less than cheerful. Celebrating the most wonderful time of the year in Dallas doesn't have to break the bank. The truly magical moments are found in shared experiences. Get ready to trade financial stress for festive joy! From dazzling light displays you can drive through for free to charming markets with budget-friendly treasures,

Spinach-stuffed salmon Ever have a difficult time choosing between steak, seafood, or noodles for dinner? This restaurant in Dallas' Trinity Groves has each one of those cravings satisfied. I was invited to Winsome Prime to try out a select menu with a few featured entrees, appetizers, cocktails, and a choice of one of two desserts. Outside of the regular menu offerings, they also have a happy hour and seasonal holiday brunches or dinners. For example, for new years, they'll

Courtesy Gabriel Tovar The City of Dallas and Visit Dallas announced the upcoming launch of a new city-wide campaign, “Spend It in Dallas” , which officially launches on November 27. The campaign is designed to encourage residents, visitors and businesses to invest in Dallas by spending their time, experiences, and dollars locally. This campaign comes at a pivotal moment, as Dallas continues to expand its economic engine, support neighborhood business ecosystems, and foster i

Thanksgiving already? That's right, Thanksgiving is right at our doorstep as the day of feasting happens November 27 this year. Here's where to get your meal dine in or to-go! Fairmont Dallas is welcoming families and friends for an upscale Thanksgiving Day Brunch Buffet right in the heart of the acclaimed Dallas Arts District. Guests will enjoy chef-curated holiday favorites, from roasted turkey and seasonal sides to elegant carving stations and indulgent desserts, all serv

Ahead of the Pierre Cardin Young Designer Award Ceremony taking place at Hall of State in Fair Park November 20, a preview of Pierre Cardin's collection was hosted at Martini Consignment last night. Fashions from the 1970s through the 2010s were on full display, each garment cleaned and restored. The collection is available to the public to view as of November 20. The Pierre Cardin team, at the direction of Matthew Gonder, worked with Ken Weber to bring the collection to Dall

Panel of featured speakers Local business owners met in South Dallas this week for guidance on how to prepare for economic opportunities tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, an international event expected to bring tens of thousands of visitors to Dallas during a 39-day period. The session was hosted by consultant and strategist Tracy Lewis of Lewis & Associates. A four-member panel provided guidance across marketing, operations, workforce development, and access to capital. Spea

Grand Prairie is set to sparkle this December with a lineup of free, family-friendly holiday celebrations throughout the city, from dazzling light displays to festive markets and live performances. Here's what's happening on that side of town! EpicCentral Highlights Winter Wonderland by GPTX Libraries – Dec. 19, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., JamBoxSeasonal crafts and storytime fun for families. Waterfront Holiday Market – Dec. 20, 6–10 p.m., EpicCentral WaterfrontShop handmade gifts and

Under clear skies and an even brighter sense of anticipation, Sunny South Dallas took center stage Tuesday as city leaders, FIFA partners, and community members officially opened the FIFA World Cup Volunteer Center at Fair Park. The new hub, located inside the historic Food and Fiber Pavilion, marks a major milestone in Dallas’s march toward hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026. The ceremony drew representatives from the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee, Dallas Cit

Unsure of how to spend your weekend but know you want to get out of the house? Consider some of these festivities. Here's what's happening across Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend: PlugHub Bite Bzar - PlugHub is partnering with Foodify US for a multicultural food fest featuring dozens of tasty food vendors, DJs and live music, and a best bites food contest. There will be more than 50 food vendors covering all the bases from Asian to Caribbean to Mexican. It takes place at EpicCe

Graphic courtesy Dallas Mavericks Welp, looks like the Dallas Mavericks' Nico Harrison is out. Dallas Mavericks Governor Patrick Dumont announced today that the organization has relieved Nico Harrison of his role as general manager and president of basketball operations, effective immediately. The Mavericks named Harrison general manager and president of basketball operations on June 28, 2021. According to a release, the Mavericks have appointed Michael Finley and Matt Riccar

Photo courtesy Nikuya Sushi Nikuya , a warm, refined rooftop sushi bar atop The Sinclair Hotel at 512 Main Street, is now open in Fort Worth. The restaurant comes from DRG Concepts, the locally rooted restaurant group known for the acclaimed Wicked Butcher, Wild Salsa, and Chop House Burger. Nikuya balances the precision of Japanese culinary tradition with the welcoming, easy sophistication of Fort Worth. Perched above the city, the restaurant offers an intimate rooftop dinin

Premium sports streaming platform Victory+ , a free streaming platform from A Parent Media Co. Inc. (APMC), is raising the stakes this season with its biggest contest yet: $10 Million Streaks Giveaway. The challenge began November 1 and runs through the end of the regular season, April 16, 2026. Hockey fans who accurately predict which Dallas Stars or Anaheim Ducks player will score the final team goal can turn a hot streak into a $10 million grand prize for a 10-game run.

It's about that time of month again. That's right, more new restaurant openings! Landmark Bar and Kitchen in Addison Here's what opened recently throughout the month, from tacos to bar bites and more. Meridian Dallas The Village restaurant reopened October 17 after closing for renovations in 2024. They've got a new menu and dining room, plus an open kitchen. Some of their signature dishes include Wagyu Tallow Seared Oysters & Foie & Sea Island Cornbread, wood-fired half chick

When's the last time you had a chance to wind down with some pampering? Boss Babe Blog is hosting its inaugural Soft Girl Sunday event, a day of spa treatment and facials, at SugaringLA in Plano on January 4. Boss Babe Blog offers resources and a directory for small businesses, plus shopping tailored to each customer. The platform is led by founder KeTohn Paul and hosts a podcast and a number of events throughout the year including brunches, mixers, and more. Soft Girl Sunda

The inaugural Downtown Dallas Beer Festival will be hosted by AT&T Discovery District this Saturday, October 25. It's a celebration of craft beer, live music, and local flavor at Cowboy Chow from 1-4 pm.   Seasoned beer enthusiasts or fun-seekers are all set to enjoy generous samplings of breweries from Texas and beyond. Plus, there will be local acts, delicious eats, and high-energy vibes all day long.   Presented by  Downtown Dallas, Inc.  &  AT&T Discovery District  this

Waffle House dishes The city of Cedar Hill is waking up with plenty of new development. They've swapped their run of new chicken establishments for some restaurants with more variety. Here are some of the latest restaurants and cafes that have opened and some on the horizon for later this year and throughout 2026. Lela's Seafood This quaint seafood restaurant serves up Cajun- and Mexican-inspired dishes including crawfish baskets, oyster baskets, ceviche, Mar y Tierra, fajita

Elaine's Kitchen, a Jamaican restaurant that opened in 1987, is closing its doors in South Dallas. The last day they'll be open is October 18. They were a staple for Jamaican eats. Some of their most popular dishes included beef patties, curry goat, stew chicken, roti, rasta pasta and goat soup. The atmosphere of the restaurant was described as "warm, homey and reminiscent of a family gathering" on its website . According to WFAA , the restaurant was founded by namesake Elain

DART Silver Line After years and years of development, the DART Silver Line is finally becoming a reality. Once it makes its debut for riders on October 25, rides will make stops across seven cities: Carrollton, Dallas, Addison, Plano, Richardson, Coppell, and Grapevine. Celebrations for the start of service will kick off on October 25 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. across the stations. There will be free rides from October 25 - November 8. To mark the launch, they're inviting the c

Chocolate-covered Oreos and cupcakes. Courtesy Eatzi's Oh snap, Halloween is right around the corner, isn't it?! I'm sure you all have your costumes picked out and parties planned out. But what about plans for filling up so you're not drinking on empty? Here are some scary good specials to indulge in this fall in Dallas: BJ's Restaurant Their fall menu features a Spooky Pizookie topped with two scoops of orange-colored vanilla ice cream and chocolate shell topping; Unlucky D